Perfect conditions greeted the awesome 8 on this surprisingly warm February morning. Popular as a good marathon training marker, this concurrent 2 lap 10 or 20 mile race was a sell out. Winding through the country lanes and forest tracks of this beautiful village, Bramley 20/10 is a relatively flat and fast course. Though trepidatious, our team members were all hoping for good performances, despite its early appearance on the racing calendar.
As it transpired, there was no need for those pre race nerves. On her official club debut, Ashleigh Douglas smashed her 10 mile PB by 3 minutes as our only entrant in the single lap 10 miler. Well done girl! What a way to make an entrance! Looking forward to seeing greater things from this athlete in the making.
Her husband Michael lead the Roadrunners home in similar style on the 20 miler in a stonking 2.08.27 and 42nd overall. A hugely competitive field and his first race at this distance. Go #teamdouglas
Trish Train did it again and won her V50 age category with an amazing 2.26.18. Her first ever race over this distance, she excelled to finish 23rd female overall. This will increase her standing from 16th fastest woman of her age in the country further.
PBs were also achieved by Sarah Holmes, Julie Dixon and Pat Harris. James Shoulder and Elaine Harris also gained confidence from their performances with regard to their upcoming London Marathons in April.
20 Mile
M.Douglas – 2.08.27
T.Train – 2.26.18
S.Holmes – 2.56.22
E.Harris – 2.57.40
J.Dixon – 2.59.07
J.Shoulder – 3.10.50
P.Harris – 4.01.33
10 Mile
A.Douglas – 1.17.24
